3 Mar 2026

Second pilot project for innovative Water Injection Dredging set to begin at Tuttle Creek Lake

The Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in partnership with the Kansas Water Office, is pleased to announce the start of the second demonstration period for the innovative Water Injection Dredging project at Tuttle Creek Lake. The second demonstration period will take place from March 17-27, 2026, providing a real-world assessment of Water Injection Dredging's effectiveness in sedimentation management within inland reservoirs. This pioneering project aims to evaluate Water Injection Dredging (WID) as a potential alternative to traditional mechanical dredging. WID uses a controlled injection of water, under pressure, to loosen sediment from the riverbed, allowing it to be carried downstream by the natural current.

20 Aug 2025

Gremlin Cove Boat Ramp closed due to low water and sediment buildup at Harlan County Lake

In response to declining lake levels and heavy sediment accumulation, officials at Harlan County Lake have temporarily closed the Gremlin Cove Boat Ramp, effective immediately. This is the largest and most frequently used boat ramp on the lake, and the closure will also impact access to the North Shore Marina.

27 May 2021

Corps of Engineers recognizes Dam Safety Awareness Day

May 31st is nationally known as Dam Safety Awareness Day and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District stresses the importance of knowing, not just the benefits of dams, but also the risks of living near dams. We strive to provide the dam safety community, as well as the public, a better understanding of our efforts to reduce dam risk and promote dam safety through awareness, investment and resources to support critical infrastructure.